Obituaries

Aug 10, 2021

Robert William Yocum passed away on August 10, 2021, at home surrounded by loved ones. Robert was born on January 26, 1939, in Mt Vernon, Ohio to the late William and Wilma (Shearer) Yocum.

Robert was proceeded in death by his mother, father, daughter, 2 grandkids, a sister, and a brother.

Survived by his wife...

Aug 8, 2021

Michael Eugene Littlejohn Jr., age 19, passed away tragically at Children’s Hospital on August 8, 2021. Michael was born in Columbus, Ohio on August 5, 2002, to Michael Littlejohn and Misty Leach. Michael was known for his love and concern for others. And others responded in kind.

Michael was preceded in death by his "mom" Grandmother Bonnie...

Jul 31, 2021

Viola Lucille Sowards 87, of Columbus Ohio passed away July 31, 2021. She was born June 10, 1934 in Rio Grande, OH. She was the beloved daughter of the late Arthur Fooce and Mary Rogers-Capps. Preceded in death by husband Charles Cleo Sowards and brothers Junior Fooce, Dave Fooce, Raymond Fooce, Larry Fooce and sister Betty Fooce. She is...

Jul 27, 2021

William Burl Henry passed away on July 27, 2021 after battling with cancer for 4 years. He loved to fix bicycles, lawn mowers and go to the flea market every weekend, until he got sick and couldn't. He was a very caring and generous man and he will be missed dearly by many. He is preceded in death by...

Jul 23, 2021

Vicki M. Harris, 64 (01/27/1957), went home to be with the Lord at home peacefully. Through praise and worship Vicki faithfully served the lord through leadership and choreography of praise dancing groups. She loved her son ferociously and she worked for the Dayton Industrial Commission for over 30 years.

Vicki was preceded in death by her father...

Jul 22, 2021

Jeane Criswell Gish, 92, passed away peacefully at her home on July 22, 2021. “Mary Jean” was born on February 6, 1929 and graduated from The College of Wooster  in 1950.  After marrying Bob on August 12, 1950, Jeane followed him to his various ministries in Schoolcraft, MI; Milwaukee, WI; Niles, IL; Columbus, OH; Arlington Heights, IL, and Verona,...

Jul 21, 2021

Cherished - Beloved

Nancy Jane (Staiger-Prince) McCargish died of long-term complications from dementia on July 21, 2021. She was born July 3, 1941, in Portsmouth, Ohio, and lived in Columbus almost her entire life. She grew-up in Harrison West and graduated from Central High School (now COSI) in 1959. After she graduated, Nancy was a...

Jul 20, 2021

Verner Eugene Elliott, age 79 of Delaware, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 20, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his parents Thelma Figliola, and Russell Robert Elliott, Sr., stepfather Anthony Figliola, and brother Thomas Elliott.

He is survived by his four sons; Brian Elliott, Keith Elliott, Dean (Melia) Elliott, and Bruce (Cindy)...

Jul 17, 2021

William H. (Bill) Burress Sr, 88, passed away on July 17, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born to the late Seddie Burress and Beatrice Reed on July 10, 1933 at Beech Bottom, West Virginia. Bill was married for over 50 years to Lillie (Peterson) Burress. He was known for his love of fishing…oh the tales he...

Jul 6, 2021

Evangelist Loretta E. Mack went to be with the Lord on July 6, 2021.

Evangelist Loretta E. Mack was born in Petersburg, Virginia to the late Rev. James Allen and Rethela Morris.

Evangelist Mack graduated from East High School and from the New Life School of Theology with her Associate Degree...

Jul 2, 2021

Virginia Hall

1941-2021

On July 2, 2021, our mother, Virginia Hall passed away into God’s graces after a brief illness. A warrior throughout life, she was 80 years old. Virginia loved music, old movies, and her family. She is survived by her sons Dwayne Hall and Marcus Hall, both of Columbus, Ohio; Sisters Lavonia (Raymond)...

Jun 29, 2021

Frederick “Pops” William Nichols, age 86, passed away at home on June 29, 2021. Pops was born on April 19, 1935 to the late John and Anna (Guest) Nichols in Bay City, Michigan. He was a high school graduate in Columbus, Ohio before joining the US military. Within the military, Pops joined the Air Force from 1955 to 1975....

Jun 25, 2021

James Orville Copley (Cope) born in Wayne County, West Virginia. Resided in Ashville, Ohio. James was born February 13, 1938 and passed June 25, 2021 James is survived by his loving wife Irene, daughter Rhoda Scase, sister; Ellen (Ernie) Mack, brother; Chester Warden, grandchildren; Brittany (Mike) Cobb, Troy Bowen, step-daughter Debbie Phillips, many more grandchildren and multiple great-grandchildren, Special...

Jun 18, 2021

Dorsine Ragland Ellis was born on June 3, 1923 to the Late Charles and Cellia Ragland in Jackson, Ohio. On June 18, 2021 Dorsine was called home to her Lord and Savior. Ms. Dorsine is survived by her Sons; Wayne Napper (Terry), Alonzo "Rick" Ellis (Elizabeth), Charles Ellis (Rosie), a daughter; Jo Ann Reid, Grandchildren; Gabe Johnson (Hannah), Alexandra...

Jun 13, 2021

Hilda Jarvis, 58, passed away Sunday June 13, 2021 at OSU. She loved dogs, family, gambling, and her children. In that order. But seriously, she cared about everyone. No one left hungry at her house. She made miracles happen even when we did not have enough. Her door was always open. She loved spending time with her family and...

Jun 9, 2021

Michael Scott Engle was born in Yoder, Kansas on September 23, 1956. He passed away on June 9, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio.

He is preceded in death by Mike .j. Engle ( Hutchinson kansas) father, Christine ( Spaulding) adkins (crum wva) mother, Larry j leffel ( brother), Laura l. Perry(sister).

He is survived by Scott...

Jun 6, 2021

Liza Marie Parthemore, age 41, of Columbus Ohio passed away on June 6, 2021. Marie was born in Columbus Ohio on May 4, 1980, to Donny Lee and Liza Dorene (James) Dotson, Sr. Marie was raised by mom and dad Herman and Alice Dotson. Marie graduated from high school in Phelps Kentucky, with her final job being a loving...

Jun 4, 2021

Yvonne Goodrum came into this life on October 28, 1954, in Danville, Virginia, to Henry and Gracie Davis, who departed this life. After, she came to be with Harvey and Maggie McNeil. In their travels, they moved to Columbus, Ohio. Yvonne had Tamela McNeil. She met Charlie Goodrum. They married and had three children: Tamika, Tawanna, and Dwan.

Jun 2, 2021

Alma M. Gilbert, 91, passed away peacefully in her sleep after a long illness on June 2, 2021 At Columbus Colony Elderly Care in Westerville, OH.  She is preceded in death by her Husband, Howard H. Gilbert, Sr and her son, Howard H. Gilbert, Jr. and survived by her daughter Bonnie L. Lewis and daughter-in-law, Jane Knox.  She will...

May 20, 2021

Kim (Kilbarger) Young, age 46 of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away suddenly at home Thursday, May 20th. She was a 1994 graduate of Lancaster High School. Kim is survived by her husband Shawn J.Young, two children Destinee M. Young and Trent M. Kilbarger, mother Scherry Woods (Mike) and father John Kilbarger, brother Donald Kilbarger (Johnna), aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews....